Category: Music

ARE YOU A BAD BUNNY?

Today is the day to talk about Bad Bunny. No, not the one below, but one of the most successful music artists in the entire world. He is also an American. "We’re not savage. We’re not animals. We’re not aliens. We are humans, and we are Americans." - Bad Bunny Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, aka … Continue reading ARE YOU A BAD BUNNY?

SUMMER’S GONE

In Memoriam 2025, Singers and Songwriters, by Rich Paschall It's a bittersweet moment when we realize that summer's gone and we have moved on to the autumn or even the winter of our lives. The loss of those who contributed to what is commonly referred to as the "Soundtrack of our Lives" makes it even … Continue reading SUMMER’S GONE

1969

I've had a few really great years -- and a few really awful ones -- but 1969 stands out as my favorite. The world seemed to spin faster, and everything was changing. We had amazing music and the most fun we'd ever have. It was before AIDS. Sex was fun, and the worst disease you … Continue reading 1969

BLACK & WHITE MUSIC

CBWC: Anything to do with Music I know I have more pictures, but how did I file them? At least these I knew under what names I filed them. Am I ever going to get better at this? Probably not. I think my filing system is totally doomed, but some of the pictures aren't so bad. … Continue reading BLACK & WHITE MUSIC

WHAT ARE YOU DOING NEW YEAR’S EVE?

The Jackpot Question, Rich Paschall By now, you are expected to have a good response. So what is it? What are you doing? Certainly, your friends have been asking, and you must have something interesting to say. Unless you are under 18 or over 80, you do not get a pass on this one. So, … Continue reading WHAT ARE YOU DOING NEW YEAR’S EVE?

MY HEROES HAVE ALWAYS BEEN COWBOYS – GARRY ARMSTRONG

I just finished reading the definitive biography of legendary film director John Ford. It's a wonderful read by Scott Eyman, who specializes in biographies of Hollywood legends. "Pappy" Ford, of course, was the master of western films -- from the memorable silent oaters of Harry Carey to the resilient westerns of John Wayne. Ford's "The … Continue reading MY HEROES HAVE ALWAYS BEEN COWBOYS – GARRY ARMSTRONG

SILVER SCREEN COWBOYS AND THEIR HORSES (AND A DOG) – TOM CURLEY

Marilyn and Garry wrote a blog about watching one of their favorite movies, "Rustler’s Rhapsody." It’s also one of my favorite movies. They introduced it to me. I’ve seen it dozens of times, and I love introducing it to any friend who hasn’t seen it before. It’s a very loving parody of all the great western … Continue reading SILVER SCREEN COWBOYS AND THEIR HORSES (AND A DOG) – TOM CURLEY

BLUE CHRISTMAS

  My Top 10 Sad Christmas Songs, Rich Paschall While you are dashing through the snow, listening to jingle bells and silver bells all the way, and enjoying the winter wonderland, you may be thinking of joyous music. After all, it is a time for joy to the world, peace on earth, and goodwill to … Continue reading BLUE CHRISTMAS

CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD

An International Flavor, by Rich Paschall As you are driving around in your car or walking through the mall, you may be hearing the same holiday tunes you have heard for years, decades perhaps. While I enjoy hearing Bing, Nat, Burl, or Andy as much as anyone, how about something a little different? We can … Continue reading CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD

WHERE DO THEY LEARN THAT STUFF?

There is a media discussion about kids having no manners, especially offspring who display a lack of civility towards adults and often, their own parents. I hear a lot of squawking from families how "they didn't learn this from us!" I find that funny. They learned it somewhere, so I'm guessing home is exactly where they … Continue reading WHERE DO THEY LEARN THAT STUFF?